I was appointed to serve as Grace Bible Church's Pastor/Teacher as of January1, 2026 . Prior to that, I have been blessed to serve in a variety of ministries, over the years.

I have been a Bible Teacher and Preacher of the Gospel of Christ since 1980.  I have served the Lord as the Senior Pastor/Teacher at Grace Bible Church in Bruce, Wisconsin and then at a Home Study Group in Watertown, Wisconsin since 2018.  In addition, I have been involved in Youth ministry, Summer Bible Camp ministry as a senior counselor and Bible teacher and also spent 11 years in Christian Cowboy Camp ministry.    

Being able to combine my love for the Word of God and horses was a true blessing from the Lord! The "Cowboy Larry" days were a rich blessing to be part of as many young people were impacted for the cause of Christ.

I am also presently serving on the Board of Grace Beyond Borders International. This mission organization has missionaries in Southeast Asia and Africa.

I have also had the privilege of speaking at various Bible Conferences and Retreats around the country.  

Now, I find myself entering another chapter of ministry life here in North Branch. I am excited to see what God will bring to pass among this willing and faithful congregation at Grace Bible Church.

It is my heart's desire to see our congregation grow in their passion for God's will and Purpose to reach our community to the praise of His Glory and Grace!  My calling is to faithfully deliver the Word of God by the power of the Holy Spirit, so the saints are equipped for the work of the ministry that we are all called to.  As we labor together in this ministry, may souls be brought to a saving knowledge of our Savior and the members of the Body of Christ be established and built up in Him.

William Gabbard and his wife Nichelle have two children, Lucy and William Jr.   They presently live in Stacy, Minnesota.    He is a full-time employee for Northrup Grumman. 

They have been attending Grace Bible Church for the last three years. 

During that time, Will has been leading the Friday morning Men's Bible study.  He has also been called on to preach during the Sunday Worship service in the absence of the Pastor. 

He has also been a speaker at Bible Conferences.

One of Will's personal interests is beekeeping.  He maintains around 10 hives which produce the delicious honey that they sell from their home and local farmers markets.

Will is a valuable asset in the ministry of our North Branch congregation. He has given much time to the study of God's Word and is knowledgeable in the Doctrines of Grace.  He teaches with a consistent and clear style that serves to impart important doctrinal concepts in a way that is understandable and beneficial.